Discourse Analysis - Cohesion and Coherence: Studying cohesion and coherence in discourse analysis for understanding the logical connections between sentences and paragraphs in text

Abstract

Discourse analysis is a crucial aspect of linguistics and communication studies, focusing on the structure and organization of written and spoken texts. Cohesion and coherence are two fundamental concepts in discourse analysis, referring to the ways in which elements within a text are connected logically and semantically. This paper provides an in-depth examination of cohesion and coherence in discourse, exploring their definitions, theoretical frameworks, and practical applications. By analyzing examples from various texts, this paper highlights the importance of cohesion and coherence in facilitating effective communication and understanding in written and spoken discourse. Additionally, this paper discusses the challenges and future directions in the study of cohesion and coherence, emphasizing the need for further research in this area to enhance our understanding of how language functions in discourse.